The best indoor and outdoor durable speaker: Anker SoundCore Sport XL

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I've written about Anker's durable speaker a couple of times before; it finds its way into many of my articles since it's a very good speaker.

Setting aside the fact that it's dustproof and waterproof, I use this speaker regularly in my kitchen. I'm pleased with its audio quality and battery life, and it survived total submersion in water (after taking a night to completely dry.) About that battery life: Despite using this speaker quite a bit, I can't remember the last time I had to charge it, which is a

It's also small enough to throw into a day bag, or even cargo pants pockets, which makes it a great companion for people looking to pack light.

The most water-resistant speaker: JBL Charge 3

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JBL's speaker fared better in the water resistance test than the other two speakers on this list.

Its elongated design makes it exceptional for outdoor use, especially if you place the speaker a little further away from you. That space is easy to come by in the outdoors, but it makes this an only-OK speaker for listening to music in an apartment.

If you're someone who likes going on extended outdoor trips, and you don't want to spend any time or energy thinking about whether the speaker you've packed is going to survive, this is your best choice.

The best small durable speaker: Braven 105

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If size is your main concern, (think kayaking or fishing in a small boat), Braven's 105 speaker is a great choice.

Like the other speakers on this list, this one is "lifeproof" (ie. durable and waterproof). It comes with a small mount, so you can attach it to a bike, and a seat belt-like strap that makes it easy to attach anywhere.

Mine has been attached to my showerhead for months, and despite using it regularly, it hasn't shown any signs of water damage, or needed to be charged. The audio is also quite strong and clear for a small, single speaker.

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